The WARDOGS Steam page explicitly lists kernel-level Easy Anti-Cheat. The reviewed official sources do not confirm a universal TPM, Secure Boot, Linux or Steam Deck policy.
What the store confirms
Steam marks the game as using kernel-level anti-cheat and names Easy Anti-Cheat. This is a PC compatibility factor, especially for non-Windows systems and locked-down work machines.
Safe troubleshooting boundary
Do not disable security features, download replacement DLLs or use unofficial anti-cheat bypasses. If a beta build fails, verify the game through Steam and follow current official WARDOGS or Easy Anti-Cheat instructions.
What remains unknown
- No reviewed official source specifies a universal TPM or Secure Boot requirement.
- Official Linux and Steam Deck compatibility is not confirmed.
Field questions
FAQ
Does WARDOGS use Easy Anti-Cheat?
Yes. Steam lists Easy Anti-Cheat and labels it kernel-level.
Does WARDOGS require Secure Boot?
The official sources reviewed here do not confirm a universal Secure Boot requirement.
Can I play on Linux or Steam Deck?
Official compatibility is not confirmed; do not treat community tests as a launch guarantee.
Evidence ledger
Sources
- WARDOGS on Steam ↗official · accessed Aug 18, 2026
Release date, pricing, system requirements, Early Access scope, anti-cheat and core game features.
- WARDOGS developer FAQ ↗developer · accessed Aug 18, 2026
Control Zone rules, teams, platforms, vehicles, roles and playtest progression.
Sources support only the facts described in their ledger entry. Access dates show when this page was last checked, not when the source was published.